Institutional Goals 2016-17

 Formalize the goals and objectives for the Advanced-Standing Program and develop standard operating procedures for the program (once approved – update the College’s website regarding this program).  Collaborate with the VPFA and SUCF to complete the lower lobby design and bid documents in preparation for construction.  Complete the library upgrade/renovation plan and initiate implementation strategy. Faculty  Work with Clinical Administration, faculty supervisors and the Faculty Development Committee to continue development of the “New Faculty” orientation and mentorship programs.  Work to expand and enhance the impact of faculty development programs to the broader faculty community through workshops, retreats and mentorship.  Work with faculty to improve the clinical faculty student evaluation process.  Complete the search for a tenure-track faculty position in cell and molecular ocular physiology.  Work collaboratively with the VPCA to recruit faculty for anticipated upcoming full-time clinical faculty vacancies. Scholarship and Research/Sponsored Activity  The Associate Dean for Graduate Studies will continue to work with the Research Council and faculty to implement the research elements of the strategic plan, including: o Continued development of the College’s clinical research capacity. o Completion of the AAHRPP Accreditation process – (certification of our human subject policies and procedures (IRB)). o Initiate a faculty search for clinician scientist(s) with demonstrated research experience. o Implementation of residency/graduate degree program and preparation for accreditation site visit from ACOE. o Continue growth of extramural funding in an effort to achieve PIP goal of $4.25M by 2020.  Further develop relationships within health care on the State and local levels to position the College for anticipated changes associated with the affordable care act.  Continue to solidify and expand relationships with key health care organizations in the New York metropolitan area and in anticipation of providing increased inter-professional team-based clinical care opportunities for our students.  Explore the engagement of the UEC within developing ACOs in the New York metro area.  To further develop our role within the Medicaid Redesign (DRSIP) landscape to strengthen our exiting positions within Performing Provider System (PPS).  Provide support to the UEC by working with providers and insurance plans to maximize access to the UEC for patient populations throughout the NY metropolitan area.  Assist and support UEC participation in the emerging value-based payment systems within Medicaid, Medicare and the commercial carriers. 3.0 Health Care Development (Dr. Soden) - reviewed

4.0 University Eye Center (Ms. Martinez-Gonzalez)

General:  Implement Patient Portal and Health Information Exchange.